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Justin Pegg, CEO at DPD UK: I Left School at 15, Now I Run a £2.5 Billion Business
<p><strong>About Justin Pegg</strong></p><p>Justin Pegg is the CEO of DPD UK, having built an extraordinary career with the business spanning more than 36 years. From working night shifts to leading the organisation, Justin is passionate about developing people, putting family first and creating a culture where everyone feels valued.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Check out DPD UK Careers below:</strong></p><p>https://jobs.dpd.co.uk/</p><p>https://drivers.dpd.co.uk/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About DPD UK</strong></p><p>DPD UK is one of the UK’s leading parcel delivery businesses, helping deliver millions of parcels for customers across the country. Led by Justin Pegg, the wider UK business includes DPD UK, CitySprint and DPD Ireland, with revenues exceeding £2.5 billion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>0:00 Introduction</p><p>1:30 Justin’s 36-Year Journey at DPD UK</p><p>2:46 Growing Up with Very Little in Birmingham</p><p>3:06 Why Young People Need to Look Beyond Their Screens</p><p>4:42 Why Justin Wanted to Inspire the Next Generation</p><p>5:15 Becoming a Manager at Just 22</p><p>6:04 Leaving School at 15 and Earning £1 an Hour</p><p>7:23 The Bike Ride That Started Justin’s Career</p><p>7:41 Working Night Shifts for 25 Years</p><p>8:35 Why Working Smarter Beats Working Harder</p><p>9:21 Why Justin Puts Family Before Work</p><p>10:35 Justin’s Greatest Achievement as a CEO</p><p>11:06 Treat People Like Adults and They’ll Work Like Adults</p><p>12:17 The Hardest Chapter of Justin’s Career</p><p>13:43 Why Justin Never Hires People Like Himself</p><p>14:07 Why Making Mistakes Can Make You Successful</p><p>16:03 The Leadership Advice Jack Never Forgot</p><p>16:41 Why Frontline Workers Are the Real Heroes</p><p>17:51 Justin’s Invisible Secret to Success</p><p>19:14 The Power of a Handwritten Note</p><p>20:16 How to Make Your People Feel Valued</p><p>20:46 What Gets Justin Out of Bed Every Morning</p><p>21:20 How to Train Your Mind to Be More Positive</p><p>22:04 Justin Discovers Drake</p><p>22:12 Final Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></p><p>The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limit